Isn't this amazing? (Thanks, Mary Beth!) It's not for sale, but click on the image to read the story behind its acquisition and a long train of admiring comments.
It's beaded, so I can't even imagine how much it weighs. Or how many hours it took to make ... I think I am content to admire it from afar, instead of wanting to wear it (or even have one) myself. Everything I've ever had that was beaded started shedding beads the moment it crossed my threshold. I evidently have some special bead-loosening power. Don't worry, I only use it for good, not for evil.
I adore that color (as I think I've mentioned before). In fact, today I am wearing not only a teal sweater but teal tights. With an A-line skirt that is a Liberty print of orange dots and red stars. (I am demented, yes, I am. Thanks for noticing.) But somehow it works ... at least, I think it works. I'm still waiting on the independent verification team.
you're welcome, Erin. Now if someone could plop a bobbed wig on this mannequin, this picture would be better. That bald head just bothers me. A lot. It distracts from the perfection of the dress. Sigh.
Posted by: vintagecrochetgirl | 11/03/2005 at 01:21 PM
That dress is fantastic. I loved it even before I read about the beads. I was wondering how the fabric held up so well after 80+ years. It must be really great fabric. Your outfit sounds great, too. You're so brave with style.
Posted by: enc | 11/03/2005 at 06:32 PM